Account protection
Use a unique password, protect the connected email account and review active sessions whenever account activity looks unfamiliar.
Trust center
Research tools should explain their boundaries.
A practical overview of accounts, synchronized data, software integrity and decisions that remain with the researcher.
Data handling
Library records, uploaded papers, annotations and account information can be needed to provide sync and research features. Follow source terms and institutional policy before adding sensitive or restricted material.
Encrypted transport
Network connections use modern encrypted transport. Local device security and institutional controls remain part of the full protection picture.
Installer integrity
The download page publishes version, size and SHA256 information so the Windows installer can be checked before execution. View checksum details →
Responsible research
Mendeley helps organize and retrieve evidence. Researchers remain responsible for evaluating sources, correcting metadata and confirming every reference in submitted work.
Responsible reporting
Describe security concerns with reproducible steps, affected version and impact without sharing private library content. Never test against accounts or data you do not own.